落花 – Rakka Falling Petals
Receiving the opponent’s attack with a strong and decisive defensive technique while maintaining one’s position. The block should be so powerful that, if applied to the trunk of a tree, it would cause the leaves to fall like petals.
Example: Defending against a Chudan Tsuki using Yoko Uke or Yoko Uchi from a stable stance.

流水 – Ryusui Flowing Water
Redirecting the opponent’s attack smoothly and naturally without meeting force directly with force. The defense should flow continuously like water.
Example: Receiving a Jodan Tsuki using Sukui Uke, Nagashi Uke, or Kaishu Uke to guide the attack away.

屈伸 – Kusshin Bending and Stretching
Avoiding or controlling the attack through body movement, bending, lowering, or shifting position while preparing for a counterattack.
Example: Evading a Chudan Tsuki by moving into Nekoashi Dachi and countering by transitioning into Zenkutsu Dachi.

転位 – Ten-i Repositioning
Moving off the line of attack to create a superior angle for defense and counterattack.
Example: Dodging a Jodan Tsuki by shifting the head or body to the left or right of the attack line.

反撃 – Hangeki Counterattack
Responding immediately with an effective offensive technique rather than remaining passive after defense.
Example: Countering with techniques such as Tsuki, Morote Tsuki, or follow-up Uke and striking combinations.

Section : Karate Techniques Insight    Title: Uke No Go Gensoku 受けの五原則 | Five Principles for Defense